Category : Culture


Sirpur UNESCO Bid Boosted by Heritage Festival

Chhattisgarh's Sirpur, an ancient Buddhist learning center, strengthens its UNESCO World Heritage Site bid through the Sirpur International Heritage Mahotsav. The festival features high-level discussions and international participation.

Divar Islanders Hear Rare 17th Century Sinhala Prayer

Panaji's Divar Island witnessed a historic moment as visiting Sri Lankan bishops performed a 17th century Sinhala rendition of the Lord's Prayer composed by priest Fr Jacome Gonsalves, creating a deeply spiritual experience for the community.

Madhu Nataraj on Dance's Future at Maya Rao Conference

As the Dr Maya Rao Kathak & Choreography Conference returns for its fifth edition, choreographer Madhu Nataraj discusses dance's evolution from Indian mysticism to AI, mentorship needs, and challenges of digital performance.

Mandya to Build Rs 5.5 Crore Kannada Bhavan Post Sammelana

A dedicated Kannada Bhavan will be constructed in Mandya at Rs 5.5 crore to commemorate the 87th Akhila Bharata Kannada Sahitya Sammelana. The foundation stone will be laid on Jan 30, 2025, with funding from Sammelana savings and CM's scheme.

145th Jatra Mahotsava in Dharwad from Jan 31

The 145th annual Jatra Mahotsava of Madivaleshwara Shivayogi in Garage, Dharwad taluk, starts Jan 31 with Dharma Sabha programs, mass marriage, and cultural events until Feb 8, featuring wrestling and bullock cart races.

MLA Demands Rs 5 Crore for Mangaluru Dasara in State Budget

Mangaluru MLA D Vedavyas Kamath has appealed to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for a Rs 5 crore allocation in the 2026-27 budget to elevate Mangaluru Dasara, Karnataka's second-largest festival after Mysuru Dasara, enhancing its grandeur and reducing temple

Martyrs' Day 2026: Dates, History, and Importance

Martyrs' Day 2026 in India is observed on January 30 and March 23 to honor freedom fighters and martyrs. Learn about the dates, historical background, and significance of this solemn occasion.

Padayatra to Ulavi Fair: Devotees Chant, Dasoha Serves

Thousands of devotees from North Karnataka journey to the Ulavi Channabasavanna fair via padayatra and bullock carts. The annual pilgrimage, starting Feb 3, features a decades-old dasoha tradition with free meals and fodder along the route.

Church of England's 500-Year Journey & First Female Archbishop

The Church of England, founded by Henry VIII in 1534, has evolved through centuries of theological and political change. Now, with Sarah Mullally as its first female Archbishop of Canterbury, it faces modern challenges of decline, division, and credibilit

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